Child Health and Development Seminar

“Drug Prevention Programs for Young People – What Works?”

Keynote Speaker: Professor Richard Midford

Substance misuse by young people continues to be a major concern in theNorthern Territory. Alcohol consumption rates are the highest in the country andcontribute substantially to the Territory’s very high incarceration rates. Tobacco,marijuana and ice are also responsible for violence and social disruption both inremote communities and in towns and cities. Professor Midford will suggest thatwe need to shift our focus from trying to stop substance use by young people togiving them the skills to make better decisions that reduce harm to themselvesand others.

About the Child Health and Development series

The Menzies Centre for Child Development and Education is pleased to presenta series of seminars on issues of relevance to the development and well-beingof children and adolescents in the Northern Territory and beyond.These seminars are relevant for practice in many fields including earlychildhood, health, schools and child protection. The seminar format will allowample time for discussion.

To assist us with seating and catering, please advise Graham Ring at:graham.ring@menzies.edu.au of your intention to attend this forum.